How can I reduce my carbon footprint?

[Stephen Lehtonen]

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Hi,

I know it is trendy, but I would really like to reduce my carbon footprint. I live in New York City and take public transit. I recycle. I get it. But what are some creative ways to do my part? Better still, how can I start a local movement at work or my neighborhood to get people to follow my lead?

Thanks!

[chrislehtonen]

Reducing ones carbon footprint requires a lifetime committment to "low carb" choices. It will also require a values and cultural shift on the part of the West. There are lots of web resources to help those in pursuite of a low carb life including: http://www.carbonfootprint.com/ If you want to go even futher, ou can look to resources such as Transition US http://www.transitionus.org and Post Carbon Institute http://www.postcarbon.org.

[Stephen Lehtonen]

"Low Carb!" I get it. I honestly thought you were talking about bread for a minute. It's early.

Thanks for the resources!

chrislehtonen said:

Reducing ones carbon footprint requires a lifetime committment to "low carb" choices. It will also require a values and cultural shift on the part of the West. There are lots of web resources to help those in pursuite of a low carb life including: http://www.carbonfootprint.com/ If you want to go even futher, ou can look to resources such as Transition US http://www.transitionus.org and Post Carbon Institute http://www.postcarbon.org.